The ladies’ krewe of Victoria held its annual royalty announcement dinner and party on Saturday, Sept. 20. Krewe members gathered to honor the newly chosen royals at the City Club in Lafayette.
The upcoming Mardi Gras season promises to be a spectacular one with Ms. Beverly Ruffin reigning as the 2026 Queen Victoria XXXII. Ruffin looked stunning in a beautiful white gown and crown, along with sparkling diamond and sapphire jewels. She was presented to the krewe accompanied by Harold “Brother” Pode, Jr.
The Krewe of Victoria also announced who will reign as Prince Albert XXXII. We were thrilled to discover it is Dave Domingue, a well-known Lafayette native, and director of Lafayette Consolidated Government's International Center.
As is tradition, the announcement party and dinner honors all upcoming royalty, where guests get their first introduction to the Queen’s royal court. This event was no exception. The 2026 royal court duchesses were revealed. They are krewe members Jana Wilson, Brittain Billeaud and Mary Hays.
We are excited to see what comes next for this wonderful ladies’ krewe. The theme for this year’s ball won’t be announced until later in October. Of course, we will keep an eye out for that. Congratulations to all of Victoria’s royalty!